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Join Ifty Nasir on FounderMetrics, a podcast by Vestd, exploring the world of founders and business growth. Delve into success factors, learn from challenges, and get inspired by candid conversations. Discover essential metrics and boost your decision-making skills. Ifty Nasir, a fintech trailblazer, shares expertise and enthusiasm in this unique podcast. Redefine entrepreneurship and unlock success! Visit www.vestd.com/foundermetrics for practical insights.

  1. How Shaili Chopra built India’s biggest women-first media platform | S3E9

    3D AGO

    How Shaili Chopra built India’s biggest women-first media platform | S3E9

    In this episode of FounderMetrics, Ifty Nasir is joined by Shaili Chopra—award-winning journalist, author, and founder of She The People and Gytree. With decades of experience at the intersection of media, technology, and women’s empowerment, Shaili unpacks what it really means to build purpose-led platforms in a country of over a billion voices. From TV studios to digital frontlines, she shares her unique journey, the metrics that matter when building media ventures, and why authenticity and community can be your greatest growth engines. Thanks for tuning in to FounderMetrics! If you found this episode valuable, make sure to subscribe so you never miss an insight from the UK’s top business minds. If you’re enjoying the show, leave us a review—it helps more founders like you discover these game-changing conversations. Share this episode with someone who could benefit from today’s discussion, and let’s continue the conversation! Follow us on social media: 🔹 LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/ifty-nasir/ 🔹 TikTok – https://www.tiktok.com/@foundermetrics 🔹 Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/foundermetrics/ 🔹 YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@FounderMetrics https://www.vestd.com/foundermetrics See you next time for more metrics that matter!

    58 min
  2. From failure to fortune: Getting back up and smashing it with John Stapleton | S3E8

    JUN 11

    From failure to fortune: Getting back up and smashing it with John Stapleton | S3E8

    In Part 2 of this inspiring FounderMetrics conversation, John Stapleton opens up about failing in the US market, what he learned from starting over with Little Dish, and how he’s now guiding the next generation of founders.From vertical farms to VC funding to his “4 Pillars of Entrepreneurship”, John shares the frameworks that guide his thinking today—and how you can apply them too. 🌟 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and comment! Share this video with anyone who could benefit from John's incredible insights! Thanks for tuning in to FounderMetrics! If you found this episode valuable, make sure to subscribe so you never miss an insight from the UK’s top business minds.   If you’re enjoying the show, leave us a review—it helps more founders like you discover these game-changing conversations.   Share this episode with someone who could benefit from today’s discussion, and let’s continue the conversation! Follow us on social media: 🔹 LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/ifty-nasir/ 🔹 TikTok – https://www.tiktok.com/@foundermetrics 🔹 Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/foundermetrics/ 🔹 YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@FounderMetrics https://www.vestd.com/foundermetrics   See you next time for more metrics that matter!

    38 min
  3. From soup idea to supermarket success with Covent Garden's John Stapleton | S3E7

    JUN 4

    From soup idea to supermarket success with Covent Garden's John Stapleton | S3E7

    What does it take to build a food brand from scratch—and get it on supermarket shelves across the UK?In this episode of FounderMetrics, Ifty Nasir speaks with John Stapleton, co-founder of New Covent Garden Soup, about the early days of launching a fresh food brand, how to get your product into Waitrose, and scaling a small team into a national success.John shares the ups and downs of building factories, convincing skeptical investors, and how his first major business exit changed his mindset forever. Tune in next week for part 2 of this conversation! 🌟 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and comment! Share this video with anyone who could benefit from John's incredible insights! Thanks for tuning in to FounderMetrics! If you found this episode valuable, make sure to subscribe so you never miss an insight from the UK’s top business minds. If you’re enjoying the show, leave us a review—it helps more founders like you discover these game-changing conversations. Share this episode with someone who could benefit from today’s discussion, and let’s continue the conversation! Follow us on social media: 🔹 LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/ifty-nasir/ 🔹 TikTok – https://www.tiktok.com/@foundermetrics 🔹 Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/foundermetrics/ 🔹 YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@FounderMetrics https://www.vestd.com/foundermetrics See you next time for more metrics that matter!

    49 min

  4. MAY 28

    From waiter to CEO: BBK’s global biryani boom with Kaushik Roy | S3E6

    In this episode of FounderMetrics, Ifty Nasir sits down with Kaushik Roy, founder of Biryani by Kilo (BBK), to explore how he built one of India’s fastest-growing food delivery businesses. From waiting tables at Maurya Sheraton to founding a 300 crore biryani empire, Kaushik shares the defining lessons behind his entrepreneurial journey. Kaushik unpacks how he spotted a market gap for authentic biryani in North India, built a delivery-first model before "cloud kitchens" became mainstream, and scaled the brand to 110+ outlets. He also discusses tech innovation in the kitchen, how customer feedback drives growth, and his vision for international expansion, including launches in Dubai, London, and Singapore. Whether you're a food tech founder, early-stage investor, or just love a good business growth story—this one’s packed with strategic insights. 🌟 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and comment! Share this video with anyone who could benefit from Kaushik’s incredible insights! Thanks for tuning in to FounderMetrics! If you found this episode valuable, make sure to subscribe so you never miss an insight from the UK’s top business minds. If you’re enjoying the show, leave us a review—it helps more founders like you discover these game-changing conversations. Share this episode with someone who could benefit from today’s discussion, and let’s continue the conversation! Follow us on social media: 🔹 LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/ifty-nasir/ 🔹 TikTok – https://www.tiktok.com/@foundermetrics 🔹 Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/foundermetrics/ 🔹 YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@FounderMetricshttps://www.vestd.com/foundermetrics See you next time for more metrics that matter!

    51 min
  5. What VCs are really looking for from founders with Oli Hammond | S3E5

    MAY 21

    What VCs are really looking for from founders with Oli Hammond | S3E5

    In this episode of FounderMetrics, Ifty Nasir sits down with Oli Hammond from Fuel Ventures—one of the UK’s most active venture capital firms. Oli shares his unconventional route into VC, starting with a humanities degree and landing at Fuel Ventures after banking and startup experiences. He breaks down what early-stage investors really look for: founder-market fit, cash efficiency, team dynamics, and trust.  Oli also reflects on the VC market's cycles, why some startups get funded and others don’t, and how Fuel Ventures navigates pre-seed and scale-up stages with over 180 portfolio companies. Whether you’re a first-time founder or a serial entrepreneur, this episode is packed with insights on how to approach investors, prepare for funding rounds, and build enduring relationships with VCs. 🌟 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and comment! Share this video with anyone who could benefit from Oli’s incredible insights! Thanks for tuning in to FounderMetrics! If you found this episode valuable, make sure to subscribe so you never miss an insight from the UK’s top business minds. If you’re enjoying the show, leave us a review—it helps more founders like you discover these game-changing conversations. Share this episode with someone who could benefit from today’s discussion, and let’s continue the conversation! Follow us on social media: 🔹 LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/ifty-nasir/ 🔹 TikTok – https://www.tiktok.com/@foundermetrics 🔹 Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/foundermetrics/ 🔹 YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@FounderMetricshttps://www.vestd.com/foundermetrics See you next time for more metrics that matter!

    58 min
  6. Roger Saul: How I built Mulberry with £500 | S3E4

    MAY 14

    Roger Saul: How I built Mulberry with £500 | S3E4

    What does it take to build a global fashion brand from a £500 loan — and what happens when you lose it all? In this episode of FounderMetrics, host Ifty Nasir sits down with Roger Saul, founder of Mulberry, one of the UK’s most iconic fashion brands. Roger shares his incredible journey from selling belts on Portobello Road to winning the Queen’s Award for Export, expanding into luxury retail, and building an empire. But success wasn’t linear — Roger opens up about his conflict with investors, being ousted from his own company, and what it taught him about resilience, reinvention, and identity. He then shares how he rebuilt from scratch — turning a Somerset farm into the award-winning Sharpham Park, pioneering organic spelt farming, launching a designer outlet village, and navigating Brexit’s brutal impact on exports. This is a powerful story about vision, grit, reinvention, and the harsh realities of entrepreneurship. Thanks for tuning in to FounderMetrics! If you found this episode valuable, make sure to subscribe so you never miss an insight from the UK’s top business minds. If you’re enjoying the show, leave us a review—it helps more founders like you discover these game-changing conversations. Share this episode with someone who could benefit from today’s discussion, and let’s continue the conversation! Follow us on social media: 🔹 LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/ifty-nasir/ 🔹 TikTok – https://www.tiktok.com/@foundermetrics 🔹 Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/foundermetrics/ 🔹 YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@FounderMetrics https://www.vestd.com/foundermetrics See you next time for more metrics that matter!

    1h 5m
  7. How I raised £115M and why female founders deserve more with David B. Horne | S3E3

    MAY 7

    How I raised £115M and why female founders deserve more with David B. Horne | S3E3

    What does it really take to raise £115 million and support underfunded founders? In this episode of FounderMetrics, Ifty Nasir speaks with David B. Horne, founder of Add Then Multiply, creator of the FACE model (Fund, Acquire, Consolidate, Exit), and an advocate for female-led businesses. From raising capital for public companies to launching his own ventures, David shares powerful insights on what makes a business investable and scalable. He also opens up about his failed wine startup, lessons learned from being a CFO, and his mission to challenge the funding gap for female founders through the Funded Female Founders initiative. With plans to raise £1M to acquire and scale 5–7 female-led companies, this conversation is packed with strategies, mindset shifts, and truths about fundraising, ownership, exits, and growth. Thanks for tuning in to FounderMetrics! If you found this episode valuable, make sure to subscribe so you never miss an insight from the UK’s top business minds. If you’re enjoying the show, leave us a review—it helps more founders like you discover these game-changing conversations. Share this episode with someone who could benefit from today’s discussion, and let’s continue the conversation! Follow us on social media: 🔹 LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/ifty-nasir/ 🔹 TikTok – https://www.tiktok.com/@foundermetrics 🔹 Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/foundermetrics/ 🔹 YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@FounderMetrics https://www.vestd.com/foundermetrics See you next time for more metrics that matter!

    49 min
  8. How to impress investors & scale fast with Jonny Plein | S3E2

    APR 30

    How to impress investors & scale fast with Jonny Plein | S3E2

    Jonny Plein, co-founder of YASO and former co-founder of Pouch, shares his journey from bootstrapping a startup to a successful acquisition. In this episode of FounderMetrics, Jonny walks us through his experience raising £2 million in VC funding, the differences between building his first and second startup, and how western brands can tap into the lucrative Chinese market. We also cover key startup metrics, how to build FOMO when fundraising, and why understanding your founder-market fit is crucial to scaling. Jonny shares real insights into navigating investor expectations, business model innovation, and leveraging cross-border e-commerce growth. Thanks for tuning in to FounderMetrics! If you found this episode valuable, make sure to subscribe so you never miss an insight from the UK’s top business minds. If you found this episode valuable, make sure to subscribe so you never miss an insight from the UK’s top business minds. Share this episode with someone who could benefit from today’s discussion, and let’s continue the conversation! Follow us on social media: 🔹 LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/ifty-nasir/ 🔹 TikTok – https://www.tiktok.com/@foundermetrics 🔹 Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/foundermetrics/ 🔹 YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@FounderMetrics https://www.vestd.com/foundermetrics See you next time for more metrics that matter!

    42 min
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Join Ifty Nasir on FounderMetrics, a podcast by Vestd, exploring the world of founders and business growth. Delve into success factors, learn from challenges, and get inspired by candid conversations. Discover essential metrics and boost your decision-making skills. Ifty Nasir, a fintech trailblazer, shares expertise and enthusiasm in this unique podcast. Redefine entrepreneurship and unlock success! Visit www.vestd.com/foundermetrics for practical insights.

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  • Creator
    Vestd
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2025
  • Episodes
    46
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Vestd
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    FounderMetrics

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